E646 - The Delian League: Ancient NATO?
Published: March 26, 2026
Duration: 1:05:58
What happens when a defensive alliance slowly turns into an empire? Tristan Hughes and Professor Polly Low explore the Delian League, the so‑called “ancient NATO”, from its Persian War origins to Athenian domination. Discover tribute, revolt, contested sources and how a league of allies became Athens’ hard-edged maritime empire.
MORE
The Persian Wars: Xerxes, Thermopylae and Salamis
Listen on Apple
Listen on Spotify
The Parthenon: Wonder of Athens
Listen on Apple
Listen on Spotify
Presented by Tristan Hughes. Audio editor i...